Prisons Administration And Reforms Department Uttar Pradesh ration kit tender 2026 - UP procurement for cereals, pulses, oils, tea/coffee

Tender Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Prisons Administration And Reforms Department invites bids for a comprehensive ration kit, covering Wheat 15,000 kg, Rice 5,000 kg, and associated staples including cereals and cereal products, pulses, edible oils (vanaspati, ghee, butter oil), salt/spices/condiments conforming to Food Safety and Standards Regulations 2011 or IS specifications, biscuits, and tea/coffee. Estimated contract value is ₹680,000, with an adaptable quantity clause allowing up to 25% variation during procurement and ongoing supply. The bidder must align with the department’s standard delivery and compliance expectations, including latest category-specific STC where applicable. This tender is positioned as a complete inmate ration solution for the Prisons department, emphasizing quality control and regulatory alignment across multiple food categories. Unique aspects include the integrated supply of multiple listed categories under one contract and the option to scale orders under the 25% clause, maintaining contracted rates. The tender emphasizes standard compliance and end-to-end delivery readiness within the jurisdiction of Uttar Pradesh.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Categories: General Requirements covering all kit components, cereals, pulses, edible oils, salt/spices/condiments with FSS Regulations 2011 compliance or IS specification, biscuits, tea/coffee, and latest STC of the category.
• Items/Quantities: Wheat 15,000 kg; Rice 5,000 kg; other kit items to be supplied as per the listed categories.
• Standards/Compliance: Salt and condiments must comply with FSS Regulations 2011 and/or IS specifications; ISI/ISO certifications may be referenced under “latest STC” for respective items.
• Delivery Scope: All items to be delivered under single contract; delivery timelines governed by option clause and original delivery orders.
• Packaging/Quality: Products must meet general quality norms and be suitable for institutional ration programs; documentation to prove compliance with specified standards.
• Other: The BOQ shows 0 items in system, but the ATC indicates multi-item ration supply; bidders should prepare for end-to-end provisioning across all listed categories.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Financials: Not explicitly stated in data; bidders should watch for bidders’ security deposit requirements in final T&C.
• Delivery Flexibility: 25% quantity variation allowed at contract placement and during currency, with delivery time recalculation:
  • New time = (Increased quantity / Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
  • If original period < 30 days, additional time equals original period
• Experience/Qualification: Not specified; bidders should ensure readiness to supply institutional ration kits across multiple food categories.
• Documentation: Prepare standard organizational documents (GST, PAN, experience proofs, financials) per final T&C; OEM authorizations may be required for branded items.
• Warranty/Penalties/Payment: No explicit terms provided; expect standard penalties and payment terms in final terms after bid submission.
• Delivery Location: Jurisdiction is Uttar Pradesh; ensure compliance with state procurement norms for prison depts.
• Miscellaneous: Latest STC references may govern category-specific procurement standards; adhere to all regulatory provisions.